Programs
FOCUS AREA
HEALTH TOPIC
SERVICES
TOR
Tribal Opioid Response
The SPTHB Tribal Opioid Response Program (TOR) works closely with the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) to combat the effects of opioid misuse within the AI/AN population.
CSTLTS
Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Support
The purpose of this program is to strengthen the quality, performance, and infrastructure of Tribal public health systems, including workforce, data and information systems, and programs and services.
GHWIC
Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country
Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country 3.0 (GHWIC) is a Health and Human Services initiative led by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to promote chronic disease prevention.
Native Connections
Native Connections Program
The Native Connections grant focuses on Native American youth up to age 24 by building a healthy network of systems, services, and partnerships that help prevent suicidal behavior, promote mental health and more.
NPHR
Native Public Health Resilience
Native Public Health Resilience (NPHR) is focused on building tribal relationships and capacity while working closely with the tribes in the area. Topics for services provided by us are as diverse as...
Native Roots
Native Roots Program
The NATIVE Roots Program is a Native cultural revitalization community-level project that serves Indigenous youth in grades 4-12 and their schools in Oklahoma and Cleveland Counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board an Indian Health Service (IHS)?
No, the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board is a 501c 3 non-profit organization independent of Indian Health Services (IHS)
When are your organization’s signature events?
The Tribal Public Health Conference will be April 7–9, 2026 at the OKC Convention Center in Oklahoma City, OK. The SPTHB Training Summit is hosted annually in August (more info TBA).
When was the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board established?
The SPTHB was established in 1972.
What types of jobs are available at the Health Board and TEC?
- Administrative
- Accounting
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health Promotion
- Creative Design
- Marketing
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Questions?
Contact our support team via email at info@spthb.org.
Careers With SPTHB
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